Robert "Bob" John Crechale; commend life and legacy upon his passing.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 18), not a policy bill. It formally honors the life and legacy of Robert "Bob" John Crechale, a Jackson, Mississippi resident and owner of Crechale's Restaurant for 55 years, following his passing on December 24, 2025. The resolution expresses the Mississippi House of Representatives' deepest sympathy to his family and community. As a symbolic tribute with no policy or financial impact, it has no direct effect on citizens or laws.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Jan 2026
House Passage
Jan 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2026
Last action Jan 22, 2026
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Current version
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The bill title was updated from 'As Introduced' to 'As Adopted by House', indicating the House has approved the legislation. The resolution now explicitly states it honors Mr. Robert 'Bob' John Crechale and expresses sympathy to his family upon his passing. This change reflects the formal adoption of the resolution by the House.
TECHNICAL
The header text was changed from 'As Introduced' to 'As Adopted by House', indicating the bill has passed the House stage.
A line was added stating '(As Adopted by House)' to clarify the current status of the resolution.
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
5
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Jan 22, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted
lower
Jan 21, 2026
Lower · Passed
Title Suff Do Be Adopted
lower
Jan 14, 2026
Committee
Referred To Rules
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Earle Banks
DDemocratic
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